All quiet on the North Western front
13 December 2011
Apologies for my silence of late. It's been a crazy mix of massively busy and deathly quiet. Many film, writing, illustration and music projects have been building foundations aplenty in the meantime. Check my portfolio for new work with Lufthansa Airways and the British Dental Association among many more. Head over to http://bentallon.tumblr.com for a read of my freelance chronicles and check out http://quenchedmusic.com for my rumblings in a rapidly changing music business x
Award Shortlist
3 October 2011
Hello, I'm delighted to say that with no formal writing experience, my blog/book project; 'On The Edge, A Freelancer In The Recession' has been nominated for 'best personal blog' in the Manchester Blog Awards 2011. If you like my scrawlings then please take the time to vote now at http://manchesterblogawards.com You can check out the blog at http://bentallon.tumblr.com x
Ed Miliband
27 September 2011
Check out my quickfire response to Labour's hilarious issue of raising everyone's awareness of who their party leader Ed Miliband actually is... 4th in the portfolio
Author Debut
28 August 2011
It's been as bumpy as you might expect and one particularly vicious confidence dip has sparked my attempt at authorship... Check out 'On The Edge,' A Freelancer In The Recession at http://bentallon.tumblr.com x
New work and new blog
28 June 2011
It's been a crazy time since returning from down under. The industry continues to face bleak times but we soldier on. Yet some interesting projects past, future and present. On Friday we leave for EXIT Festival in Serbia, making a documentary of our road trip there and back. (we hope) Anyway check out new WWE Illustration, Big Issue London work and a brand new blog which can be viewed at http://bentallon.tumblr.com
Happy Bank Holiday
28 April 2011
Hello all, sorry once again for business taking over and my lack of updates. It's been a crazy Easter, new work for MixMag, Next PLC and a role as Creative Director on feature film 'The Lost Generation.' Lots of new work to get your teeth into including highly indulgent Bret "Hitman" Hart Portrait and Caulbearers EP Sleeve Design. Laters.
UNICEF Climate Kid
14 March 2011
A long term ambition of mine is to work with charitable causes on a global scale. The power to communicate with a mass audience is not something to be taken lightly. After working with MAG (Mines Advisory Group) and Youth Discovery Ventures I was delighted to land a brief with UNICEF. They're starting a campaign called 'Climate Kid' creating a 90 second animation showing how children in badly affected countries may have to adapt to extreme conditions. As part of the project UNICEF wanted to give a away prizes, limited edition art work from leading artists and designers showing the individuals interpretation of how Climate Kid might evolve. My version is up in the gallery now and will be given away as an A0 one off print.
Back in Blighty
18 February 2011
First of all sincere apologies for my lengthy delay in any news here. I've spent the last six months running around New Zealand and Australia getting rid of some Travel Steam. The experience has been amazing and many jobs turned around in the process mean that I'm super fired up for the coming months and many exciting cross media projects on the horizon. Several features in Design Week and a spot in Monsa Publishing's 'European Illustrators' book have kept me in the limelight and expect much more noise from my corner in 2011 x
Happy New Year
31 December 2010
Happy New Year to all and everyone and let's hope we can all kick on from 2010. It's been a huge year for me personally and 2011 is shaping up to be simply epic with teaching and Creative Direction strengthening as well as filming a TV pilot. In the meantime have a great New Year's celebration and here's my new animation portfolio: http://bit.ly/gizegb
Design Week Cover
11 November 2010
This week I'm happy to announce my work will be on the cover of Design Week. The image is a portrait of music legend Don Letts and is for a feature within the magazine on designer's music projects including my own company, Quenched Unsigned; http://quenchedmusic.com keep an eye out for the issue, it'll be up on here soon x
The Chook
29 October 2010
Keep your eye out over at http://thechook.com for this cracking brand new portfolio site connecting creatives worldwide. The owner Claire is an absolute star- very passionate about creatives and certainly worth contacting and getting involved, share the love people x
Big Update part 1
22 October 2010
Hello and sorry for my continued absence. Being co-owner of Quenched unsigned and running Ben Tallon Illustration has been fruitful but leaves little time for the rest of life! 4 new pieces uploaded and even more to come in the second phase of my update shortly, i'm also due to be published in 2 new Illustration books but more about that later. To see what I've been up to in the music industry head over to http://quenchedunsigned.com rice and Peas, Ben x
Hello from New Zealand
21 August 2010
As we speak you may be in bed, you may not. The point is, this business is so international and mobile now I figured it was time to do a spot of travelling and so here I am in New Zealand. It's business as usual bar the time difference which hasn't hampered 5 jobs so far in the 2 weeks I've been here including the first poster for our debut night at Quenched Music 'No Right to Be Here,' (featuring the typography of the brilliant Charles Williams) and a trailer for new E4 Hollyoaks spin-off, Freshers. Trailer coming soon, poster up now.
Tide
14 July 2010
Preparation for the New Zealand move is in order but it wouldn't be right to go without a volley of work aimed at my peace pillars now would it? Check out the most enjoyable job I've had for a while for the Square Mile Club in London. 2nd in on the portfolio section.
Winds of change
8 July 2010
As of August 1st 2010 I shall be heading down south to New Zealand. It feels like the next step to further my career and just life in general to see some of this crazy world and get inspired. however aside from taking a week off from 1st August to the 7th August it will be business as usual, just remember the time difference and email me where possible!!! New contacts are on this site.
Ibiza Horrors
19 May 2010
Check out this month's Ibiza special of Mix Mag for which I've illustrated a feature on Ibiza workers stories...
Nate Connelly
7 May 2010
I just finished a great project working with the superbly talented Nate Connelly, recent winner of the Spanish Film Score of the year. Check out his brand new look website http://nateconnelly.com and also here in the old folio. Shedloads of new work imminent...
My Ebook
6 April 2010
If you're not yet aware of the fantastic new tool that is Myebook you really need to take a look. It offers as much or as little as you need for an online publishing tool. Flash animation, Audio, Video, you name it. Here is my Ebook portfolio for and example. http://www.myebook.com/ebook_viewer.php?ebookId=31254 Check out http://myebook.com
Finally- Updates!!
31 March 2010
New work up online!! I've taken my time but you know how it goes, Balls out, 1000mph and all that. So take a peek at the first illustration from my monthly Design Week slot, new set of 4 CD Sleeve designs including Leicester's own 'The Carnival Clowns' and 3 of my latest illustrations for Dara O'Briain's Guardian Weekend column. Coming in the next couple of weeks- MAG International poster design and the 12.5 meter long banner for Next's new Bond Street Flagship store. Phew, right back on it.
Off the map
7 March 2010
Apologies for the lack of updates recently- it's been a busy old time of it here in the squared circle. Big job for the new flagship Next store on Bond Street currently on the go. Also keep an eye out for the new look Design Week featuring myself alongside Andy Potts, Liam Bardsley, Cristiana Conceiro and Iain Cox in sequence. Exciting times! http://www.designweek.co.uk/blog/the-new-improved-design-week/3010771.article
Advanced Photoshop
28 January 2010
Check out my double page interview/feature in the new issue of Advanced Photoshop out today!
VOTE NOW!
26 January 2010
Any votes for the VOICE project proposal would be greatly appreciated- a very relevant project, thank you! BenTallon Any votes for my proposal for Umbro Industries would be much appreciated! Thank You http://www.umbroindustries.com/ideas/view/Ben-Tallon
VOICE
19 January 2010
The VOICE project is a series of four images based on people and problems that need a voice but have no means of speaking out or find negative ways of voicing their beliefs. As a creative professional walking the planet at such a crucial time, I believe we have a very important role to play with the ability to speak to millions of people with one image, if not a responsibility to do so.
New work
13 January 2010
New treats up online including the new poster from the 'Two Man Tent Show' branding job. Also a new spread for the Times and a few interview/feature pieces including the Leeds United interview.
Happy New Year
2 January 2010
I'd like to wish everyone a very happy new year for 2010 and say thank you for the people who showed me continued support throughout 2009 enabling me to drive myself up the wall with this love/hate job. Hopefully I won't be knocking on Adecco's door any time soon this year!
Leeds United Interview
23 December 2009
Check out the interview I recently did with Leeds, Leeds, Leeds magazine now up on the Dirtsheet: http://bentallon.blogspot.com/?zx=62cf5033fe710dfe
Illustrator of the month
21 December 2009
I'm delighted to find out I've won The Flair Illustrator of the month award. My branding job for Youth Discovery Ventures clinched it which makes it sweeter having done the job voluntarily for a crucial cause for all of us.
Tiny Minds
8 December 2009
I have just completed and uploaded my latest personal project, 'Tiny Minds.' The project was triggered by a series of incidents in which I came across very small minded people who failed to see past people's race, colour, social standing and into the more significant qualities which a human has. The Tiny Minds is a series of visual profiles of a mix of people I have met and famous people. Creating a portrait and dropping in positive traits/ characteristics, only to be drowned out by a fact that is insignificant yet latched onto by the small minded people I speak of. It's a shame to think that in a time when our race has come so far, there are still people who cannot see other humans for the fellow soul that they are.
Blog Time Baby
28 November 2009
I have finally found the time, albeit a Saturday night to create my blog, check it out at http://bentallon.blogspot.com/
Digital Arts Magazine
24 November 2009
I did an interview with Digital Arts Magazine this week which can be viewed at http://www.digitalartsonline.co.uk/news/index.cfm?newsid=13310 Have a read, just a quick one
Youth Discovery Ventures
6 November 2009
As part of my recent push to use my skills for greater good I have re-branded the very exciting new project 'Youth Discovery Ventures.' Spearheaded by Anne Marie Lawrence the ideas and projects proposed to help underprivileged and disengaged youngsters are super inspiring and I hope to work with her on them. I urge the rest of you talented people to turn your attentions to more meaningful work where possible in these important times. Check out tomorrows Guardian sport for the Dara Obraian column illo too. http://www.youthdiscoveryventures.co.uk/ to see what they're all about
Wall Street Journal
2 November 2009
The final illustration for the Wall Street Journal Spread on Bridge is up online now. 6th image in the folio.
Across the pond
27 October 2009
I have just completed my first overseas job, a DPS feature Illo for the Wall Street Journal in New York. Nice to take my first international step. Keep an eye out, this shall be up online soon...
Siege Plus
16 October 2009
The obvious plus side of being on the thick end of a work siege is fresh portfolio pieces. Check out final artwork from the Skins E4 trailer, Big Issue London Double Page Spread on the Theraputic State and Flyer/Poster branding job for Nine Acre Court Vintage Clothing In Manchester. Enjoy, more soon.
Final Trailer
13 October 2009
Check out the final Skins Trailer now at E4- http://www.e4.com/video/nkdUYA3aBIWNo9r8DRDfcw/play.e4
Skins Artwork
13 October 2009
The Skins trailer featuring my artwork is currently airing on E4 and I have now added the finished artwork to my portfolio. I suppose you could call it the 'stills,' a great project anyway and good work from Mike Moloney- check him out at http://michaelmoloneystudio.com
Skins/Guardian
9 October 2009
Check out tomorrow's Guardian sport for the Dara Obriain illustration. Also keep an eye on E4 for the new Skins trailer featuring my illustrations and hand rendered typography. Nice piece and down with the kids...
Skins
30 September 2009
I have been fortunate enough to earn a fantastic job working with Channel 4 on a trailer for the promotion of the new series of Skins due next year. Watch this space for updates...
Dara Obriain
18 September 2009
Check out tomorrow's Guardian Weekend Sport for a tasty treat. Dara OBriain's column has been a delight to illustrate so far...
Brand Spankers
9 September 2009
Hectic Days are here to stay. A move to Manchester, starting a novel, writing TV Shows and exhibiting in the smoke PLUS Lots of new work uploaded including several jobs for the Times, a Guardian Work front cover, a job for Mock the Week host and Comedian Dara Obriain's new column in the Guardian weekend. More to follow shortly...
Openspace Cooperative
9 September 2009
I have recently moved across to Manchester and inspiration has gone through the roof! I have joined the Openspace Cooperative, check out the website at http://www.openspace.coop/ Great little set up and a nice new office. Booyaka!
T Shirt Day
12 August 2009
American T-Shirt company RIPT Apparel will be exclusively selling limited edition 'Dog Sniff' T-shirt for one day only (See image immediately on the right!)- next Monday on the 17th August 2009. www.riptapparel.com any purchases more than appreciated!
The wait is over...
7 August 2009
The wait is over for the much anticipated Tyson v Thatcher installment in the 'Versus Series.' Posters and tee shirts coming soon available for order. Check out tomorrow's Guardian Sport for more royal treats too. (Sat 8th Aug)
Design Week
7 August 2009
Check out this week's issue of Design Week for a write up on my board for the Decked exhibition. http://www.bigartmob.com/thedeckedproject/
Tee Time
5 August 2009
Check out my exclusive range of tee shirts now on sale at Mysoti. Treat yourself to the latest in cutting edge fabric! http://www.mysoti.com/mysoti/designer/BenTallon
Tallon Trash Talk
30 July 2009
My 'Versus Series' is featured in the Output section of this month's Computer Arts Magazine if you get the chance to take a look. A nice little run out for my personal work. Out now in all good news stores...
'Raise' for the Decked exhibition
28 July 2009
I have just completed my piece for London's upcoming 'Decked exhibition.' It's a response to our government's appalling attempts at dealing with the rise in violent crime among youths in Britain. The issue is obviously down to lazy parents failing to raise kids properly. Obvious to me coming from a working class background. Come and have a look, the exhibition is on from 25th-30th August, Stolenspace Gallery, Brick Lane, London.
Behance
27 July 2009
If you're not already aware of the fantastic profiling/networking site Behance, get over there now and have a look. My own profile can be viewed at http://www.behance.net/BenTallon
Back by popular demand...from the bank account
22 July 2009
Amazing trip to Europe- Istanbul is off the chain. I'm back and ready to go so come and abuse me people, my pen is twitching ready to make inky love with your organization.
European Tour
9 July 2009
I will be away stomping around the plains of Milan, Istanbul, Sofia and Burgas from Monday 13th July to Tuesday 21st Juy. I'm good to go again from the Tuesday afternoon. Until then. Rice and Peas Ben
Channel 4
3 July 2009
Check out Channel 4's 'Big Art Mob.' I am exhibiting on Brick Lane's Stolenspace gallery in London from 25th-30th August and here's a little preview: http://www.bigartmob.com/thedeckedproject/ Also for my personal blog http://www.bigartmob.com/BenTallon/
Self Improvement is masturbation
3 July 2009
Check out my re-working of Chuck Palahniuk's Fight Club book jacket. The front images were created via a series of face prints which means I still have paint in my ear. The back reflects a Scene in the novel where Jack meets Tyler Durden on a nudist beach. Tyler is pulling driftwood from the sea and creating a semi circle of logs which at 4.30pm for one minute will create a perfect shadow of a hand. I almost died in the process but I recreated the scene down the docklands in Preston in the wet sand. Very satisfying.
New Trainers
26 June 2009
If your soles are hanging off then get yourself over to the Kings of Neon website where you can now purchase limited edition Ben Tallon footwear designs. Get stuck in. http://kingsofneon.com/acatalog/ben_tallon_plimsolls.html
The Show Stopper
25 June 2009
The full set of illustrations to present to WWE are now available to view. Shawn Michaels, Randy Orton, the late great Eddie Guerrero and Chris Jericho v Rey Mysterio all up to treat thine eyes. If spandex is your thing...
Ink Storm
24 June 2009
Another backs to the wall spell and the results are up online. Nursing Times front cover, Guardian Sport Illustration and image 3/4 for the WWE set. Enjoy.
Spitting it Twitter Stylee
17 June 2009
So I've sold out to the latest Networking Tool that is Twitter. Stupidly addictive and quite clever. Check out my rap at www.twitter.com/bentallon
The following contest...
15 June 2009
As a huge fan of professional wrestling I have been putting together a set of four illustrations of some of the greats in the industry. Two out of four are now up on this site. Current WWE Champion Randy Orton and the late great former WWE Champion Eddie Guerrero. Enjoy.
Expenses
29 May 2009
Take a sneak peak at my response to the stomach turning expose currently teeming out of every news broadcast regarding our governments abuse of taxpayers money on 'expenses.' And to think that businesses like my own live in fear and worry about putting a pair of Primark Undercrackers through tax return...
Terminator V Ducklings
22 May 2009
Check out tomorrows Guardian (23/5/09) Russell Brand's column has allowed a premature relapse back into the 'Versus' series. Terminator v Sizemology Ducklings v Incredible Hulk Tevez. Enjoy!
The Real Slim Shady
21 May 2009
Despite being confined to the studio indefinitely due to the never ending wave of work I have managed to find time to re work the first outing of Eminem's 'Slim Shady' persona, 'The Slim Shady EP' (1997) to coincide with the release of his 5th studio album 'Relapse.'
Versus Series Round One
19 May 2009
My latest personal project is up online. The 'Versus Series round one' features old favourite Obama v Clinton along with Wrestlemania 25 special Orton v HHH. Illustration Deathmatch Danny Allison v Ben Tallon soon to be featured in a design trends book is available and last but not least, King of Manchester brawl, Ian Brown v Ricky Hatton. Round 2 on the way soon, kicking off with Tyson v Thatcher in an Inferno Match.
Next Episode
18 May 2009
Welcome to the brand new site of Ben Tallon. It's been just over a year of working as a freelance illustrator/designer and I couldn't have imagined that things would go so well. So a big thank you to those that have shown faith in me and an apology to those whose inboxes were invaded with alarming frequency last summer... We all have to start somewhere!
